ASEC Employment Opportunities
Accounting Coordinator
Position Overview
The Accounting Coordinator will report to the Finance Manager and support in the day-to-day operations of the Finance Office while collaborating regularly with colleagues across the organization and in Africa. This role is responsible for processing accounts payable and receivable, preparing and recording weekly international wire transfers, reviewing credit card and expense reports for accuracy, and maintaining organized financial documentation. The Accounting Coordinator will also provide essential audit support by gathering and preparing requested testing documentation.
This position is ideal for someone who values collaboration, has strong attention to detail, and is eager to grow in a finance career within a mission-driven organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Process vendor invoices, reimbursements, and payments (accounts payable).
- Record deposits, monitor outstanding balances, and assist with
- Prepare and record weekly international wire transfers with accuracy and
- Review credit card and expense reports to ensure correct coding and
- Maintain organized financial records and support filing/documentation
- Assist with audit preparation by gathering requested documentation and organizing testing samples.
- Partner with Programs, Mission Advancement, and Monitoring & Evaluation teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
- Collaborate with the Finance Manager and Office Manager on special projects and administrative financial tasks as needed.
Qualifications
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or administrative
- Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, or expense reporting
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel); experience with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Gmail, Drive) preferred.
- Experience with QuickBooks Desktop (or similar accounting software) strongly
- Cross-cultural experience is a plus and may be gained through educational, professional, or personal experiences (e.g., study abroad, living abroad, missionary or service work, international coursework, or working across cultures).
- Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and
- Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and ASEC’s
- Familiarity with grants management is a plus
The mission of the African Sisters Education Collaborative (ASEC) is to educate Catholic women religious in Africa to strengthen their leadership capacity to provide services that address local and global challenges.
At ASEC, collaboration is at the heart of how we work. Our staff engage across departments — Finance, Programs, Mission Advancement, Evaluation, and Data Management — and with colleagues in 11 countries across Africa to share knowledge, solve problems, and advance our collective mission. We believe that every role contributes directly to the impact we make, and we value team members who bring curiosity, flexibility, and a spirit of partnership. If you thrive in a cross-functional, mission-driven environment where your work supports both colleagues and communities, you will feel at home here.
This position is posted through Marywood University’s employment portal. To apply, visit marywood.edu/employment
• Scroll to the Staff section
• Select Accounting Coordinator - ASEC (listed second under Staff)
• Submit your application through the linked form